The Hub

Everything happening, in one place.

If you're ready to jump in at Anchor Point, this is the best place to start. This week's announcements, what's coming up on the calendar, and the rhythms you can count on, all on one page.

Drawn from Sunday's message

Community Group Questions

Each week's discussion questions, pulled straight from Sunday's message.

What's on

What's going on.

Announcements and regular gatherings

Sat, October 17 · 7:00 a.m.

Saturday, October 17 · 7:00 a.m. · Brunch Cafe, Roselle

Men's Breakfast

Men, this monthly event is just for you! Come together over breakfast for a time of prayer and fellowship. If it's your first time attending, then breakfast is on us!

Wed, October 21 · 6:30–8:30 p.m.

Wednesday, October 21 · 6:30–8:30 p.m. · Anchor Point Church

Alpha

We're excited to host another Alpha ministry this fall, an 11-week course that gives anyone new to the Christian life, or with questions about faith, a safe space to learn. Sessions include a meal, a video lesson, and small group discussion. Every Wednesday, 6:30–8:30 p.m., Anchor Point Church.

Thu, October 22 · 1:30 p.m.

Thursday, October 22 · 1:30 p.m. · Bridgeway Senior Community, Bensenville

Church at Bridgeway

We are excited to be able to bring a full church service to the residents of Bridgeway Senior Community, for people who cannot easily get out to one. We have an incredible team of volunteers dedicated to serving these wonderful folks. They would love for you to join them or agree to pray for them.

A new chapter · Will you join us?

Join our Faithful Givers

Anchor Point has just become an independent church and we need everyone's help. We continue to face start up costs and ministry resource needs. If you have been giving faithfully, thank you: your generosity is what makes this new chapter possible. If you have never made giving a habit, there is no better moment to start. Every gift, large or small, contributes to carry the hope of Jesus into Carol Stream. Will you join us?

Sat, October 24 · 9:30 a.m.

Saturday, October 24 · 9:30 a.m. · Anchor Point Church

Women's Bible Study · Breathe

“Breathe” is a women's Bible study meeting every other Saturday morning at 9:30, starting September 26 and running through November 21. It is an outstanding look at how to find space in your life for biblical rest. Our ladies are having a great time together and they would love for you to join them!

Sun, October 25 · 12:30–2:30 p.m.

Sunday, October 25 · Be Lazy to Leave + Service Project · 12:30–2:30 p.m. · Anchor Point

Anchor Youth: EDGE

EDGE is Anchor Students, our ministry for students in 6th–12th grade. We intentionally create experiences that unite students, ignite passion for Christ, and develop skills to make disciples. Next up: Sun, Sep 13, EDGE Fall Kickoff · 12:30–2:30 p.m. · The Oasis.

Sun, October 25 · 3:00 p.m.

Sunday, October 25 · 3:00 p.m. · 614 Kamiah Ct, Carol Stream (Joel's house)

Pumpkin Carving

Sponsored by Anchor Kids, but everyone is invited. Bring your own pumpkin to carve, plus a contribution to share — dessert, side-dish, snack, or drink. Overflow parking on Munson (south side of the road). RSVP so Joel knows how many to expect.

A standing need · Secure storage for ministry equipment

We Need an Enclosed Trailer

Could you help? If you have a trailer to donate — or know someone who may — please speak with Pastor Craig or one of our elders.

Fri, October 30 · 6:00 p.m.

Friday, October 30 · 6:00 p.m. · Mark Luce's house

Men's Game Night

Every so often the men of Anchor Point get together for a night of games, food and a lot of laughs — and this time we're heading to Mark Luce's house, where he has a man cave to write home about. All men and young men are welcome, and food will be provided. Sign up so we know how many are coming!

Fri, November 20

Friday, November 20

Spices & Slices

Back for round two! Bring your best chili or your favorite pie — prizes for the best chili, and plenty of friendly rivalry in between. While the tables are full, we'll hold our annual Family Chat: a time to give thanks for all God did in 2026 and look ahead to the great things He has in store for 2027. Come hungry, leave encouraged.

Anchor Point Community Groups: join a group at anchorpointil.com/hub. Find your people. Grow your faith.

Weekly · Not the first week of the month

Community Groups

Our community groups take the questions raised by the message and work through them during the week, around a table in someone's living room, with people who know your name. These meet weekly (but not the first week of the month). Group times, locations, and how to get into one are all on the Ministries page.

The calendar

The next four weeks.

The things that don't change.

Whatever week it is, these are the doors that are always open.

Group Questions

Community groups work through discussion questions drawn from Sunday's message. The group list, meeting times, and how to join all live on the Ministries page.

This Week's Message

Miss a Sunday, or want to sit with it again? The most recent message is posted with the series it belongs to.

Sermon Archive

The back catalog: past series and one-off messages, all in one place.

Connect

New here, or ready to stop being new? Tell us who you are and what you're interested in, and a real person follows up.

Prayer

Send it to the people who pray over what comes in. Share as much or as little as you want to.

Give

Giving keeps Sunday running and funds the work out in Carol Stream. One-time or recurring, whatever you're able to do.